An innovative project involves uncertainties. Whether it is a new material, an undiscovered market or a technology ready for upscaling, it is often still unclear. Research helps with decision making, identifies risks and gives direction to strategy, planning and implementation.

Exploring opportunities

Depending on the purpose, phase and uncertainties of a project, we conduct various studies. In a feasibility study we investigate whether a plan is feasible and desirable. In a market research we map the market, and investigate the opportunities and risks of operating in that market.

A technically feasible plan is not always economically viable. And an economically beneficial project can be undesirable on a social or environmental level. When approaching research on a plan or project, the technical, economic, environmental and social aspects are therefore always taken into account.

An example

• Research into the application of recycled plastics 
  What does the market for recyclate of plastic packaging waste look like? For Rijkswaterstaat and KIDV we mapped the opportunities to better match demand and supply of the material. Various pilots have been started based on the results.